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August 27, 2008
Last few days of the Summer 08 Sale!
Sadly all good things do seem to come to an end and this is the case with the Mai Pearls Summer 08 sale which will end tommorrow. So hurry and place your orders online. But it's not all doom and gloom, the Autumn Winter 08 collection will be launched very soon...
Posted: August 27, 2008 10:57 AM
August 20, 2008
The Luxe Card
Mai Pearls has just joined The Luxe Directory as one of its latest stockist. The Luxe Directory is there to make your life as easy as possible when looking for a range of reputable companies. Whether you need to find a good personal trainer or a reliable handyman, The Luxe Directory can help. That’s because they’ve handpicked each professional company in the directory and negotiated a special offer exclusively for you.
Members can enjoy a variety of offers and price reductions from an extensive range of selected high-end boutiques, shops, salons and spas to hotels, bars and professional services.
Members of The Luxe Card can literally save thousands of pounds each year on a wide range of selected luxury products and quality services they probably already buy and use.
Members enjoy the ultimate sale that lasts all year round, at their favourite shops and boutiques without the discomfort of crowds and queues.
The Luxe Directory also provide an on line concierge that puts you in direct contact with the best services that a woman could ever need or want - they do not take commission from their suppliers so our members can benefit from the fabulous reduced rates and offers.
As a member of The Luxe Card, you’ll also be offered complimentary champagne and cocktails at some of London’s leading hotels and bars. To view the privileges available to you right now, search The Luxe Directory and be sure not to miss our variety of Luxe Exclusives, which includes invitations to exclusive shopping events.
Where is The Luxe Card accepted?
The Luxe Card is accepted in a range of shops, services and establishments in Chelsea, Knightsbridge, Belgravia, Kensington, Holland Park, Parsons Green, Maida Vale, St Johns Wood, Notting Hill Gate, Mayfair, Marylebone Village, Primrose Hill and the West End.
Members can also login to the website to view the promotional codes for our fabulous range of online shopping offers.
Coming Soon…
The Luxe Card will soon be offering you privileges in Wimbledon Village, Hampstead, Battersea, Chiswick and Brighton.
We are also in the process of creating a superb range of Spa Breaks around the UK and we’re very excited about the forthcoming launch of The Luxe Wedding Directory - perfect for anyone organising the ultimate luxury wedding.
www.theluxecard.com
Posted: August 20, 2008 02:42 PM
August 15, 2008
August Bridal Party
Getting Married? Bridal Parties are hosting a party in your honour!
You are cordially invited to an exclusive bridal cocktail party
Join us for a drink and sample the ideas and advice on offer
Tuesday August 19thth, 7.30-9.30pm
Abacus, 24 Cornhill, London, EC3V 3ND
THIS MONTH:
complimentary makeovers from The Light Rooms *
free taster sessions from The Skin Specialist *
Hair, Tiara & Veil styling *
free bra fittings from Chic’est
* please book in advance.
the free advice is a great idea…the free gifts is a lovely treat!
Places are limited so r.s.v.p as soon as possible
www.bridal-parties.net ...making wedding planning fun!
Posted: August 15, 2008 11:45 AM
August 14, 2008
Hot tip...
For amazing offers and 50% off old Mai Pearls stock, visit http://stores.ebay.co.uk/maipearlsdotcodotuk
To begin with, there are just 4 designs of earrings available for sale, however keep an eye out as more and more things will be added!
Posted: August 14, 2008 06:46 PM
August 13, 2008
Colours for Autumn Winter 08
Last Friday I had a meeting with the jewellery buyer of a large family run department store in the Bond Street area in London. Mai Pearls have been stocked at this particular store for just over two years and the meeting was to show the new Mai Pearls Autumn Winter 08 collection.
The collection, which will be launched on the website by the beginning of September includes not only the classical favourites but also lots of greens, browns and reds.
But here’s the hot tip: this particular buyer selected pieces that included silver or grey pearls and fluorite with greens and lilacs and amethyst. So it looks as though greys and purple shades along with greens are set to be big this season.
Posted: August 13, 2008 09:52 AM
August 06, 2008
Yang Xiaojuan's story
Here is the last of the translated letters from the Chinese students that Mai Pearls were able to sponsor last academic year;
Dear Aunties and Uncles:
How are you? How is your work?
I’m so lucky to have received your help and with a deeply grateful heart, I write to you. You have changed my life and I have gotten rid of my selfishness. I find that to give oneself to others is a happy and noble thing.
Time flies by so quickly. Soon, I will leave Juji Middle School. What does that mean? It means that I will start a new life. Now, although I have no idea about my own future, I am confident in myself. This confidence is from your encouragement to me, which gives me enough energy. I have received school materials through your support. Thank you very much.
When we were asked to fill out the question on what is our desire, I really had no idea. I find that future of mine is so uncertain. When I tried to get some advice from my family, they simply said: “Up to you to decide, or you might blame us later!” At that time, I found myself so isolated, but my elder sister encouraged me to continue to senior school and to enter university. She said: “Don’t follow the path I took.” My elder sister discontinued her studies 3 years ago because of our poverty. She gave up her studies so that my younger brother and I will continue studying. With your help and my elder sister’s support, I have finally chosen to go on with my high school education. I’ll try my best to realise the dream to enter university and later to help the children as you do. Even if I fail, I will not look back. At least, I have tried my best for my dream. Thank you very much. my dear aunties and uncles.
Wish you a good health and success at work. Wish you a happy life everyday.
Sincerely yours,
Yang Xiaojuan
2008.05.26
Posted: August 6, 2008 03:18 PM
August 05, 2008
Wang Zonglan's story
Below is a letter from Wang Zonglan, a student who has been financially supported via Operation Blessing (and Mai Pearls) in his education over the past 3 years and who has now graduated.
Dear Aunties and Uncles:
How are you? Wish you a good health and a success at work.
I haven’t written to you in a long time. Am now writing down this letter during a time when the flowers are blooming, I send my best wishes to you in this coming summer.
Time has passed by so quickly. I have already completed my 3 years junior of school and will soon start a new life. In the past 3 years, I have received so much help from you, which has given me the chance to go on with my studies and also the strength to cope with the difficulties. It’s you who has given me a bright future. Let me show my honest and deepest appreciation to you.
Your support to me has been able to support my living and studying, and change my life. You are the symbol of love to me. You lead me to the sea of knowledge. You show me hope in my desperate time. You give me the confidence and you taught me to face difficulties calmly and bravely. You are the spring shower that has fed hope to this heart.
Aunties and uncles, I’ll graduate from school, don’t know if we will have the chance to meet each other in future. Tomorrow is unknown, however, I’ll keep running on the spirit you give me. I know the only way to success is to master the knowledge. I’ll go on with my studies and realise myself through practice.
Please let me say thank you very much again. And I wish you good health and a successful work.
Sincerely yours,
Wang Zonglan
2008.05.13
Posted: August 5, 2008 01:59 PM